While the Golden State's Democratic leanings in the presidential contest are well known, California is home to several swing districts that make the state critical this year in determining which party controls the U.

Election Day is Nov. 5. This guide has important dates, how to plan your vote and track your ballot, and a look at the California ballot props.

Two Democrats, Mark Gonzalez and John Yi, are vying to succeed incumbent Assemblymember Miguel Santiago, who did not seek reelection.

The bills signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) come amid concerns over the use of AI in the run-up to the presidential vote and its threat to actors’ livelihoods.

After filling out your ballot, insert it in the provided envelope and mail it to your county elections office. Mail ballots must be postmarked on or before Election Day — Tuesday, Nov. 5 — and received by the elections office no later than seven days after Election Day, according to the California Secretary of State’s office.

It’s cynical and wrong that some of these Republicans try to pretend that they’re pro-choice because they’re pro-states rights,” the Democrat said.

Happy National Voter Registration Day, Californians! Tuesday marks the designated day Americans are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the voting process as the upcoming presidential election nears.

Nearly three-quarters of likely voters said that they will vote “yes” on the ballot measure to reimpose felony charges for certain drug- and theft-related offenses.

The state joins dozens of others in regulating the A.I. fakery in ways that could impact this year’s presidential race.

A pre-taped debate between Gloria, who is the chair of California Big City Mayors, and Turner, a Marine Corps veteran and police officer, aired Wednesday night. The debate touched on key city issues,